CITY UPDATE: U.S. 31 pedestrian tunnel renovation underway. View details

Welcome to Homewood, Alabama

Connected.
Distinctly
Homewood. A century of community. A future built together.

Find city services, follow important projects, join public meetings and stay connected to everything happening across Homewood.

Start here

What can we
help you find?

The most-requested city services are placed first, so residents can get where they need to go without searching through multiple menus.

Report an Issue

Submit a service request or alert the city to a problem.

↗ ♻

Garbage & Recycling

Schedules, collection information and debris guidance.

↗ ▦

Meetings & Agendas

Review upcoming meetings, agendas and city actions.

↗ ✓

Forms & Permits

Access permits, applications and frequently used forms.

↗ ⌂

Mayor & Council

Meet your elected officials and find your council ward.

↗ →

Contact the City

Find departments, phone numbers and City Hall information.

↗

JULY 22–24 Public meetings & open studio

Featured community initiative

Help shape what comes next.

The Connect Homewood Comprehensive Plan process continues with public meetings focused on growth, parks, transportation, housing, arts and culture, and economic development. Attend a full session or stop by the open studio to review ideas and share feedback.

Explore Connect Homewood ↗

Your ride

Where are you going?

Downtown Homewood

West Homewood

Citywide trip $1.50

Now available

Arrive in
Homewood.

On-demand microtransit provides point-to-point rides anywhere within Homewood city limits. Request a nearby pickup through the app, with routes designed in real time to keep trips efficient.

$1.50 Per trip

Citywide Coverage

On demand App based

See ride details ↗

Happening now

Homewood news.

View all news →

Construction

U.S. 31 pedestrian tunnel renovation underway

The tunnel near Piggly Wiggly is closed on both ends during a major renovation project.

JULY 6, 2026 Transportation

On-demand rides now available

Request a trip anywhere within city limits for $1.50.

JULY 2, 2026 City Government

Latest board and council actions

See recent decisions, meeting recaps and public information.

UPDATED WEEKLY

A century of Homewood

1926—2026

Built by generations.
Growing together.

Homewood’s story has always been shaped by the people who call it home. This year honors where the city has been and celebrates where it is headed next.

Explore the Centennial ↗

Mark your calendar

Coming up in Homewood.

A cleaner, date-first presentation makes important meetings and community events easy to scan.

All meetings & agendas →

JUL 22

Connect Homewood Public Meetings

Homewood Public Library and City Hall

↗

JUL 27

Pre-Council & City Council Meetings

Homewood City Hall

↗

OCT 15

Homewood Centennial Gala

City Hall Plaza and Rosewood Hall

↗

Stay connected

Know what’s happening.

Monthly email

Homewood Newsletter

Important city information, projects, meetings and community updates delivered in one easy place.

Subscribe now ↗

Timely notifications

City Text Alerts

Choose the updates that matter to you, including emergency, garbage, street and general information alerts.

Choose your alerts ↗

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

PUBLIC MEETINGS JULY 22-24

Learn More

ON-DEMAND RIDES

ARRIVE IN HOMEWOOD

Microtransit is now available in Homewood. Request an on demand ride anywhere within the city limits for just $1.50 per trip using the app. Click below to learn more and get started.

Details

NEWS

BZA Meeting July 9, 2026

July 10, 2026

The Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a variance for a family to build a therapeutic pool on Gran Ave. The variance allows a 105-square-foot increase in impervious surfacing. The applicant demonstrated the project would remain within the city's maximum allowable impervious surface coverage, at approximately 44.6%, while providing enough space for aquatic therapy for their son with cerebral palsy. The board denied a requested variance for a proposed condominium development on Courtney Drive after nearby residents raised concerns about traffic, alley access, and neighborhood impacts, while approving two separate requests for second story home additions on Ardsley Place and Peerless Avenue. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3SCceD3

US 31 Tunnel Closing

July 6, 2026

Beginning Monday, July 6, the U.S. 31 pedestrian tunnel near Piggly Wiggly will be closed on both ends as construction begins on a major renovation project. Construction is expected to take a few months to work on new landscaping, lighting, and other upgrades designed to create a safer and more welcoming connection for everyone walking through the area.

A Safe Place to Meet

July 1, 2026

It's not just the temperatures rising this summer, online buying and selling is hot too. Which means more people are meeting strangers to complete transactions. If that's you, consider meeting at a safe location. As a reminder, the Homewood Police Department offers an official 'Community Meetup Spot' in the parking lot in their parking lot. The designated exchange area is located just to the left as you enter the parking lot and is marked by two parking spaces with green lines. It is a well lit area with security cameras, and of course, police officers all around you. This is an easy way to protect yourself and the other person.

On-Demand Rides Now Available in Homewood

July 2, 2026

Microtransit is now available for Homewood residents, adding an on-demand option to move around our city from the Birmingham Transit Authority (BJCTA). It works just like ride sharing whereby riders will be able to request a trip through an app and get picked up nearby, with routes designed in real time to keep trips efficient and wait times low. The service provides point-to-point transportation anywhere within the city limits for just $1.50 per trip. For more details, GO HERE. How this pilot program is being funded? The initial phase, running from July 2026 through September 2027, is fully funded through the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham , at about $792,000. This allows the city to launch the service without immediate long-term cost commitments. After that, projected annual costs are expected to be around $610,000 to $630,000, depending on how the service is adjusted according to our needs. This pilot approach gives Homewood time to see how people actually use the system, where demand is strongest, and how the service can be refined. It also keeps flexibility built in, with the ability to adjust hours, coverage, and fleet size based on real data. You can VIEW THE PRESENTATION presented to the Council on April 13, 2026.

Pre-Council & Council Meetings June 22, 2026

June 23, 2026

Pre-Council Meeting - June 22, 2026

Homewood Approves Temporary Data Center Moratorium

June 22, 2026

The City of Homewood is committed to responsible planning and ensuring that future growth aligns with the long-term interests of the community. In connection with the proposed temporary moratorium on data center development, the City wishes to provide the following information to residents, businesses, and stakeholders. No permanent zoning regulations are being adopted through this ordinance. Currently, the City of Homewood has no pending applications for the development of a data center. The proposed ordinance is a temporary measure intended to provide the City with adequate time to evaluate and prepare for the potential impacts of this emerging land use and to ensure that future development is consistent with the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. The City is currently engaged in a comprehensive review of its Comprehensive Plan and recognizes the importance of establishing thoughtful policies and regulations that address evolving development trends. During the moratorium period, the City intends to study and develop standards and regulations specifically applicable to data center facilities. The purpose of this review is to determine whether zoning, operational, buffering, infrastructure, or other development standards should be adopted before such facilities are considered within the City. The City's review will focus on several key considerations, including: • Infrastructure planning and long-term capacity; • Utility demands and potential impacts on public services; • Compatibility with existing and future land uses; • Preservation of the character and quality of life within the community; and The temporary moratorium will provide the opportunity for careful evaluation and informed decision-making. During this period, City staff and the Planning Commission will study potential regulations applicable to data center facilities and will present any proposed zoning or development standards through the City's normal public review process. Residents, property owners, businesses, and other stakeholders will have opportunities to review proposed regulations, provide comments, and participate in public meetings before any permanent zoning regulations are considered for adoption by the City Council. The City intends to work collaboratively with the Planning Commission and to encourage public engagement throughout this process to ensure that any future regulations reflect the needs and priorities of the Homewood community. This temporary action is a proactive planning measure and should not be interpreted as opposition to economic development or technological investment. Rather, it reflects the City's commitment to responsible growth, sound infrastructure planning, and the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of its residents.

More News

CITIZEN SURVEY

Thank you for your feedback! The citywide resident survey responses were overwhelmingly positive in nearly every category measured, including quality of life, public safety, schools, parks, and library services.

See All Results

A Century of Homewood

1926-2026

Founded in 1926, Homewood’s story has always been shaped by the people who call it home. This year is about honoring where we have been and celebrating where we are headed together.